Tag Archives: Joe Begos

Interview With Filmmaker Joe Begos, Writer And Director Of ‘Christmas Bloody Christmas’

I love Christmas horror. It’s probably my favorite type of horror after slashers. There’s something about the jolly man himself, Santa, being a brutal killer, or the blood splatter over the bright and cheery twinkling lights and charming snowman decorations and Christmas trees. Maybe a little blood on the presents. …

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Movie Review: ‘Christmas Bloody Christmas’ (2022) Old Saint Nick Goes On A Bloody Rampage

Christmas Bloody Christmas

I’m a huge fan of Christmas movies from the incredibly ridiculous over-the-top Hallmark movies to blood-covered snow ones. That being said, when I saw the official trailer for Christmas Bloody Christmas, I couldn’t wait to see it. The film was written and directed by Joe Begos (Bliss and VFW). It …

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Shudder and RLJE Films Acquire Joe Begos’ Holiday Horror ‘CHRISTMAS BLOODY CHRISTMAS’

Christmas Bloody Christmas

Shudder, AMC Networks’ streaming service for horror, thriller, and the supernatural, and RLJE Films, a business unit of AMC Networks, have fully financed and partnered on Joe Begos’ anticipated holiday horror film, CHRISTMAS BLOODY CHRISTMAS, ahead of its world premiere at Beyond Fest. The film was written and directed by …

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Movie Review: ‘VFW’ (2020) is a Bloody, but Derivative Mess

It’s easy to watch a genre film these days and point out “that’s been done before.” The fact is, nearly everything has been done before in some capacity. All stories are derivative of something, but some more than others. VFW, the latest film from director Joe Begos, unfortunately, crosses the …

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Interview With Director Joe Begos: From Sci-fi Horror To Abstract Gore And Artistry

Driven by a passion to make films at a young age, Director Joe Begos took risks to make his dream a reality. After learning some ins and outs of the business, Joe released his first full-feature in 2013, titled Almost Human. By 2016, the ambitious filmmaker attracted the attention of …

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Tribeca Film Festival Review – ‘Bliss’ (2019)

BLISS

Giving it a distinct retro look by being shot on hearty 16mm, director Joe Begos’ newest filmmaking endeavor Bliss unveils the definition of addiction, with a vampiric facade. Showing addiction in the form of substances, to an artist’s work, and even through violent death and carnage, this film brings you …

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